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Jobless Claims Unchanged Last Week

Jobless Claims Unchanged Last Week

Washington, DC, June 14, 2007--Jobless claims for state unemployment were unchanged at 311,000 in the week ending June 9, according to a Labor Department report.

Franklin Intros Titebond 571

Franklin Intros Titebond 571

Columbus,OH, June 14, 2007--Franklin International has pioneered a cost-effective solution for reducing both sound and moisture transmission through above-grade concrete and light concrete subfloors.

PPI Up on Energy

PPI Up on Energy

Washington, DC, June 14, 2007--Higher energy costs boosted producer prices 0.9 percent in May, according to the Labor Department.

Shaw Receives Cradle to Cradle Certification

Shaw Receives Cradle to Cradle Certification

Dalton, GA, June 14, 2007-- Three products pioneered by Shaw Industries have been recognized with Cradle to Cradle Certification, contributing to U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) LEED Green Building Rating System.

Furniture Brands Sees Smaller 2Q Loss

Furniture Brands Sees Smaller 2Q Loss

St. Louis, MO, June 13, 2007--Furniture Brands International Inc. said Wednesday it expects to post a smaller loss and sales decline for the second quarter than previously forecast.

Bridgeway Interactive Exhibits at PCBC

Sausalito, CA, June 14, 2007--Bridgeway Interactive showcased the company’s tools and programs with today’s home buyers at the Pacific Coast Builder’s Conference, May 30-June 1.

Mideast May Become 2nd Biggest Flooring Producer

Mideast May Become 2nd Biggest Flooring Producer

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 14, 2007--Gulf construction boom boosted regional flooring production as well as manufacturing, that will make the Middle East become the world's second largest producer of flooring within 15 years.

iFLOOR.com Opens 26th Location

iFLOOR.com Opens 26th Location

Seattle, WA, June 14, 2007--Internet retailer iFLOOR.com opened its 26th store this week. The store is 3,250 square feet and its located in Danvers, Massachusetts.